Delay Opening Alert

The George Memorial Library in Richmond and the Library Administration Building will open at 12 pm on Mon, Feb 9, because there will be no water in the buildings. Notary services will also be unavailable during this time.

CLOSING

Cinco Ranch Branch Library will be CLOSED for several weeks starting Mon, Jan 12, because we are replacing carpet throughout the building. The outdoor book drop will remain OPEN during the time the building is closed, and library items may be returned at Cinco Ranch Branch. 

All items that were requested to be held at Cinco Ranch Branch should be picked up at Fulshear Branch library. If another location is more convenient for you, please contact Fulshear Branch to reroute the items to your preferred location.

Upcoming Events

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Ongoing Events

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This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Time: Green

10:30am–11:00am
Infant, Preschool
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with toddlers aged 1-3 years. This 30-minute program will conclude with an age-appropriate, take-home craft activity. We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups in this program.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:15am
Preschool
Sugar Land Branch Library
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
This event is in the "Adult" group

ESL Conversation Circle

10:30am–11:30am
Adult
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level can practice casual conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment. The group will meet the first and third Tuesday of each month.  

This event is in the "Teens" group

Nifty Needlers

10:30am–12:30pm
Teens
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Do you like to crochet, knit, or sew? Bring your yarn, strings, and needles to Fulshear Branch Library and let’s thread together! Nifty Needlers meets every second Saturday and third Tuesday of each month. All skill levels are welcome.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Preschool Story Time: Hello Spring!

11:15am–12:15pm
Preschool
Fulshear Branch Library
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

*Ticketed Program

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and a movie for families with preschool children aged 3-6 years. This 45-minute program concludes with an age-appropriate craft activity. Space is limited.

This event is in the "Adult" group

AARP Tax Assistance

1:00pm–5:00pm
Adult
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Mission Bend)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop, Business/Finance
Description:

Representatives from AARP will assist in the preparation of income tax returns by appointment only. You can schedule an appointment

This event is in the "Adult" group

ESL Conversation Circle

2:00pm–2:45pm
Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Bilingual - ESL
Description:

English-language learners of any level are invited to practice conversation in a friendly, relaxed environment.

This conversation group meets every Tuesday. No registration required.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Craft Class: Flower Pressed Bookmarks

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adult
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us in creating flower pressed bookmarks!  

This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Family Program: Professor Hughdini Magic Show

2:00pm–3:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Sienna Branch Library
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Program Type: Performances
Description:

Join us for this amazing magic show!

Space is limited. Hand stamps are available one-half hour before the show. We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups.

This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Rhyme, Reason, and Shadow Puppetry presented by Puppet Pizzazz

2:00pm–3:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens, Adult
Program Type: Performances, Story Times
Description:

Join Young Audiences of Houston Teaching Artist Greg Ruhe for Rhyme, Reason, and Shadow Puppetry. Mother Goose and other familiar favorites are illustrated with exciting giant shadow puppet action. The enthusiasm of the puppeteer, Mr.

This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Special Program: Karaoke & Cookies

2:00pm–4:00pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Missouri City)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Music, Arts & Crafts
Description:

Celebrate Spring Break at the Missouri City Branch Library with an afternoon of music, creativity, and sweet treats! Children of all ages are invited to drop in anytime between 2:00 and 4:00 pm on Tuesday, March 17, in the Meeting Room.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

After School Break: Getting Messy with Science

2:30pm–3:30pm
Elementary
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

This program explores scientific concepts through fun, interactive, and sometimes messy experiments. Students will mix, build, splash, and create while learning about chemistry, physics, and problem-solving in an exciting environment!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Literary Explorers Book Club: Celebrity Memoirs

2:30pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adult
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Conference Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

The Literary Explorers Book Club is a nontraditional book club that brings readers together to discuss books that follow a prompt rather than having an assigned book.

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help - Mission Bend Branch Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Mission Bend Branch Library
Library Branch: Mission Bend Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

"Teacher in the Library" After School Homework Help - Missouri City Branch Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Missouri City Branch Library
Library Branch: Missouri City Branch Library
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

"Teacher in the Library" After-School Homework Help - George Memorial Library

3:00pm–6:00pm
Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Room 2C (George Memorial)
Age Group: Elementary, Middle Grades, Teens
Description:

The Teacher in the Library after-school homework help program welcomes students of all ages to drop by and get homework help from certified teachers.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Let's Learn about Money!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary
Sugar Land Branch Library
Library Branch: Sugar Land Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Sugar Land)
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

It's never too early to begin learning and practicing good financial habits!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Mario Kart Tournament for Teens

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #2 (University)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Description:

Compete to see who is the best Mario Kart racer. Bring a friend and enjoy snacks as you cheer on (or not) your fellow competitors. A prize will be given to the top racer.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Building Club

4:15pm–5:00pm
Elementary
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Children's Corner (George Memorial)
Age Group: Elementary
Description:

Those attending will put their creativity and engineering skills to work with LEGOs and other building materials!

This event is in the "Teens" group

FBCL Teen Advisory Group (TAG) at Cinco Ranch Branch

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Teens
Description:

Already selected TAG participants actively promote teen library services to their peers and participate in creating and implementing teen library programming. Each TAG member serves for one school year (September – May).

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Computer Lab: Study Hall

5:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adult
Sienna Branch Library
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: Computer Lab (Sienna)
Age Group: Teens, Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Looking for the perfect place to study and learn with your friends? The upstairs computer lab will be opened on Tuesday evenings for adults and teens.  

This event is in the "Adult" group

Identity Theft Seminar

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
First Colony Branch Library
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Conference Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

Join Marla Jurek from Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union for an Identity Theft seminar. During this seminar participants will discuss scams and methods used to steal individual's identity and personal information.

This event is in the "Adult" group
Library Branch: First Colony Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (First Colony)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Writing & Publishing, Lectures
Description:

Join us for a pre-recorded conversation with New York Times Bestselling author Kate Quinn. During this pre-recorded virtual conversation, Kate Quinn will discuss her latest fantastical work The Astral Library.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Fandom Flock

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
Sienna Branch Library
Library Branch: Sienna Branch Library
Room: YA Room (Sienna)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Description:

It’s time to brush off your fandoms and get ready to talk about them. From comics to manga to cartoons to movies or video games, come with your latest obsession to chat and fan out.